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I removed the bit about Algoma and Nipissing. I have an 1888 map showing them as part of Ontario, an 1892 map showing them as part of Rupert's Land, and a 1904 map showing Algoma as part of "New Ontario," along with the rest of the north. Further research needed.
- I think they were originally districts of the Northwest Territories...in 1904 (or, actually, I think 1905) most of the NWT was added to Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, giving them their current boundaries. I guess I'd need to see those maps, but most maps I've seen label them as part of the NWT. Adam Bishop 15:19 1 Jul 2003 (UTC)
- The 1888 map is at http://www.canadianheritage.org/images/large/20448.jpg . The 1904 map is on the same site.
- Okay, apparently I am thinking of completely different districts then :) I thought Algoma extended to Hudson Bay and James Bay. That area was part of the NWT. Adam Bishop 05:13 3 Jul 2003 (UTC)
- That's assuming the map is correct. One of the 1888 and 1904 maps must be wrong, or at least misleading. I'll be checking this out once I'm over my current cold. Puzzled in t-dot
I found an authority at [1] and have modified the article as required. The things we learn as we get old. John FitzGerald 18:07, 2 Sep 2004 (UTC)